What is Orthopaedic Surgery?
An Orthopaedic surgeon is a medical specialist devoted to the diagnosis, treatment , and prevention of injuries and diseases of the musculoskeletal system.
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Jason P. Garcia, MD
HOSPITAL AFFILIATION
Saint Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston, NJ
Short Hills Surgery Center, Millburn, NJ
ADMINISTRATION
• Administrative Chief Resident, Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Medicine &
Dentistry of New Jersey- New Jersey Medical School, 2005-2006
• American Academy of Orthorpaedic Surgeons – Resident Representative, University
of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey 2004-2006
TEAM AFFILIATIONS
• San Diego Padres (MLB), Assistant Team Physician 2006-2007
• San Diego State University, Assistant Team Physician 2006-2007
• University of California, San Diego, Assistant Team Physician 2006-2007
• Grossmont College Football, Team Physician 2006-2007
• Mount Miguel/ La Jolla Country Day HS Football, Asst Team Physician 2006-2007
• Hudson Catholic Varsity Football and Hockey – sideline physician 2003-2006
CERTIFICATION
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery – Board Eligible
PROFESSIONAL SOCIETY MEMBERSHIPS
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
Arthroscopy Association of North America
AWARDS & HONORS
• Resident Teacher of the Year - 2006
• Resident Research Award – Outstanding Research Project of the Year
• UMDNJ-NJMS Department of Orthopaedics - 2005
• Dean’s Letter of Commendation for Clinical Excellence – NJ Medical School - 2000
• UMDNJ-NJMS Class of 1961 Alumni Scholarship - 2000
• Dr. Armand Milanesi Scholarship for clinical excellence – 2001
• Garfield High School Sports Hall of Fame Inductee - 2004
Jason P. Garcia, MD
| Curriculum Vitae: | |
| Undergraduate: |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Cook College Graduated: 1996 - Degree: B.S. Biological Sciences |
| Medical: |
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey New Jersey Medical School, Newark, N.J. Graduated: 2001 - Degree: M.D. |
| Internship: |
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey New Jersey Medical School, Newark, N.J. Surgery, 2001-2002 |
| Residency: |
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey New Jersey Medical School, Newark, N.J. Orthopaedic Surgery, 2001 - 2006 |
| Fellowship: |
University of California, San Diego, CA San Diego Arthroscopy & Sports Medicine Fellowship Program 2006 - 2007 |
Saint Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston, NJ
Short Hills Surgery Center, Millburn, NJ
ADMINISTRATION
• Administrative Chief Resident, Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Medicine &
Dentistry of New Jersey- New Jersey Medical School, 2005-2006
• American Academy of Orthorpaedic Surgeons – Resident Representative, University
of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey 2004-2006
TEAM AFFILIATIONS
• San Diego Padres (MLB), Assistant Team Physician 2006-2007
• San Diego State University, Assistant Team Physician 2006-2007
• University of California, San Diego, Assistant Team Physician 2006-2007
• Grossmont College Football, Team Physician 2006-2007
• Mount Miguel/ La Jolla Country Day HS Football, Asst Team Physician 2006-2007
• Hudson Catholic Varsity Football and Hockey – sideline physician 2003-2006
CERTIFICATION
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery – Board Eligible
PROFESSIONAL SOCIETY MEMBERSHIPS
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
Arthroscopy Association of North America
AWARDS & HONORS
• Resident Teacher of the Year - 2006
• Resident Research Award – Outstanding Research Project of the Year
• UMDNJ-NJMS Department of Orthopaedics - 2005
• Dean’s Letter of Commendation for Clinical Excellence – NJ Medical School - 2000
• UMDNJ-NJMS Class of 1961 Alumni Scholarship - 2000
• Dr. Armand Milanesi Scholarship for clinical excellence – 2001
• Garfield High School Sports Hall of Fame Inductee - 2004